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Plan This Year's Ski Trip for Alyeska Ski Resort in Alaska

Plan This Years Ski Trip by Going to Alaska's Alyeska Ski Resort

By Karen Barnes, published Nov 20, 2006
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It is that time of year for ski enthusiasts to start planning their ski vacations. Deciding where you want to plan your next ski vacation can be tedious at best. You will need to decide on which ski resort in which state that you want to visit. Have you thought about visiting an Alaskan Ski Resort? If not, this is a must read article about the Alyeska Resort in Alaska.

You can have the ultimate winter vacation at the Alyeska Resort. After you have braved the winter elements, you can return to the Alyeska Prince Hotel for a session of pampering. You will be able to experience skiing and other family activities the Alaskan way. You and your family will find many other activities to enjoy on your winter skiing vacation.

Alaska has some of the best ski resorts in the world located in a U.S. state that is known for its awe and mystery. The Alyeska Resort is one of the finest resorts in the state of Alaska with a top elevation of 2751 feet and a vertical drop like no other at 2501 feet. Annually, the area gets an average of 631 inches of snow.

The Alyeska Resort has some of the best skiing in the world and the slopes are not overly crowded or long lift lines. You will find nine lifts, six chair lifts, two surface lifts, and one cable car line. You will also find sixty-eight trails for beginners, intermediates, and expert for skiers. While most of the trails are designed for the intermediate skiers, this should not put a damper on a skiing retreat.

For a more adventurous and thrilling experience, you will find that the Alyean resort allows night time skiing. Not only is the Alyeska resort ranked ninth out of the top twenty-five killer skiing resorts by Skiing Magazine, you will also find hanging glaciers, the famous Northern Lights, and snow capped mountains.

Takeaways
  • The Alyeska Resort area averages 631 inches of snow annually.
  • Alyeska Prince Hotel room rates range from $151 to $250 a night.
Did You Know?
Top elevation for the Alyeska Resort is 2751 feet.
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